Theatre and live shows are probably best seen at night, as you may feel worn out for walking all day, unwinding with shows can offer both artistic and insightful look into the culture of one country. These shows in Vietnam range from the traditional performances in the backdrop of communal house’s yard to the modern […]
No surprise, Hanoi is a capital of coffee shops and cafés. Classic ceramic floor or the golden hue of old houses or garden villas has been the signature of the old Hanoi. And these are probably best seen in vintage coffee shops, where they artistically blend nostalgic spaces of old mansions to modern design of […]
Take a look into the city of Hanoi, you will easily see buying and selling activities everywhere. In every alley, a noodle shop, in every corner, a grocery stall that sells foodstuffs or household appliances. The folk name of Hanoi is Ke Cho, or “the market” – that name still lingers to the present as […]
Travellers might have known Vietnam through its distinctive culinary culture of local specialities such as Bun Cha in Hanoi with a great combination of savoury grilled pork and its flavours dipping sauce or Hu Tieu in Sai Gon – a subtler version of Pho featuring a clear pork-based broth and an assortment of pork toppings. […]
In case you didn’t know, Vietnam is on top of shoe and clothes export in the world. The two main reasons for it are good quality and reasonable prices. And not just domestic brands, you can also find many international brand stores here with a lot of promotions. Let find out where you can get […]
Vietnam is famous for its steamy jungles and hot beaches, but the country’s climate is much more diverse. These are suggestions for the best time to visit Vietnam and some of its most famous cities in particular. There is no exact tip for the best time to visit Vietnam in general. Vietnam stretches over 15 latitudes […]
Our food critic explored the city and came up with this list of places loved by both locals and foreigners, as well as CNN, NatGeo and The New York Times. Hanoi Social Club The three-story coffee house is down a quiet alley on Hoi Vu Street, Hoan Kiem District, and also serves lunch and dinner. […]
Walk down any street in Vietnam and it quickly becomes apparent this is a country that’s crazy about coffee. From people sipping and sitting on low plastic stools on the sidewalk while gossiping with friends, to those who prefer the pricier, hipster-style cafes popping up around Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, the need for […]
In the previous blog post, we have introduced the three most famous lakes in Hanoi. In this one, we would like to help discover even more the “water side” of this beautiful capital city Thien Quang lake Located in the center of Hai Ba Trung district, which has the most crowded population, Thien Quang lake […]
Talking about Hanoi, tourists tend to mention their “on land” favourite destinations, from the Old Quarter to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, from Temple of literature to Hanoi Opera House. However, there also are an undiscovered “other side” of this elegant capital – the water side. Hanoi is famous not only for its ancient streets, tasty […]
Nowadays, plenty of supermarkets, malls, and stores could be found anywhere in Hanoi; however, there are still open markets, where the food baskets are placed by the sellers on the sidewalks and spread all over an area. Visit Vietnam and experience a unique shopping stroll around the traditional old market, where the spirit of our […]
My trip to Vietnam spanned a good 4 whole days. After a painfully long flight I arrived to a cool foggy grey Hanoi morning. I took a taxi from the airport to the city center and quickly immersed within the energetic sights and sounds of Vietnam. It was only 6.30 am but people seemed to […]